MANILA, Philippines – Easter Sunday is both a sacred and festive occasion; it’s when Catholics celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and when the Easter Bunny hides colorful, treat-filled eggs for kids — and kids at heart — to find.
If you’re looking to take part in Easter Sunday festivities with the family, here are some family-friendly Easter events, meals, and activities happening around Metro Manila over the long weekend.
Easter Safari Adventure at Araneta City
Araneta City is transforming into a wild Easter Safari with surprises for the whole family!
The April 20 celebration begins with an Easter Safari Costume Contest at Gateway Mall 2, where kids can join a fun runway showcase. Over at Ali Mall, young creatives can join an egg painting session and explore an art exhibit.
More adventures await across other Araneta City malls — Gateway Mall 1 features a Jungle Maze and giant inflatables, while Farmers Plaza offers activities like rock wall climbing, a mini zipline, and a map-based obstacle challenge.
A special Easter Egg Hunt organized by aRUNeta Run Club will also be held outdoors.
Grand Easter Carnival at McKinley Hill
The Grand Easter Carnival takes place on April 20 at the Blue Leaf Events Pavilion in McKinley Hill, Taguig City.
The event includes a massive egg hunt with prizes, live performances featuring acrobats, magic acts, musical numbers, and a light show. Carnival games, arcades, refreshments, and food stalls will also be available throughout the day for extra energy.
Easter Celebrations at Ortigas Malls
Ortigas Malls are hosting various family activities across their properties this Easter Sunday!
At Estancia Mall, kids can join an Easter egg hunt and meet Masha and the Bear from 1 pm to 5 pm. At Greenhills Mall, Doraemon will be making appearances at 2 pm, 4 pm, and 6 pm. Access to both events is free with a single-receipt purchase worth P3,000.
At Tiendesitas, the Bunny Hop Eggventure features egg hunts, music, and dance. Over at Circulo Verde’s The Strip, the Eggsploring Egg Hunt includes mini-rides, egg painting, and a meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny. These events run from 4 pm to 6 pm and are open to Ortigas Community Card holders (sign-ups are done via the Ortigas Malls+ app).
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls’ Easter Experiences
Megaworld malls are bringing playful and colorful Easter themes to life across Metro Manila!
Eastwood transforms into a futuristic playground where robots and bunnies come together. Kids can explore the Easter Wonder Lab, participate in science demos, and join a Gashapon capsule hunt. A 15-foot Easter egg will be on display.
At Arcovia City and Venice Grand Canal Mall, sweet-themed setups called Sugar Bunny Land and Easter Candyland offer arts and crafts activities for kids.
Forbes Town will host Easter Royale, and Mad Hatter’s Masquerade takes place at Southwoods Mall, all themed around fantasy and storytelling. Block Party Easter at Lucky Chinatown brings the world of Minecraft to life, complete with costume parades and themed games.
Celebrating Easter with The Ascott
Ascott Limited Philippines is hosting egg hunts and Easter activities across its properties — at Citadines Roces, Quezon City, and Ascott BGC, guests can join outdoor egg hunts in garden settings.
Makati properties will feature Harmony Ville: A Hoppin’ Musical Celebration, with egg decorating and a golden egg challenge. Somerset Millennium Makati also hosts Easter Pets Day Out for pet lovers.
In the south, Somerset Alabang presents Dino-tastic Easter, featuring a dino-themed egg hunt, bounce houses, and balloon domes. Finally, lyf Malate Manila will bring magic and music to its Hop-pily Ever After: A Princess Egg-venture event.
A tasty Easter at Grand Hyatt Manila
Florentine at Grand Hyatt Manila is marking Easter Sunday with a chocolate egg hunt, where each handcrafted egg contains surprise prizes — from dining experiences to hotel stays.
They’re also debuting a pineapple-infused cake, available for gifting or sharing.
Guests can enjoy 25% off on room bookings with breakfast for two and get complimentary access to the Easter Activity Area on both Saturday and Sunday.
Family fun at Solaire Resort
Solaire Resort Entertainment City’s Easter celebration begins with a Sunday Mass at 10 am at the Grand Ballroom, followed by a buffet and family-friendly activities. Kids can take part in an egg hunt, bunny hopscotch races, face painting, and egg decorating.
The Oasis Garden Cafe is also hosting an Easter-themed afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, pastries, and scones.
At Solaire Resort North, an egg hunt at the Kids Club runs from 9 am to 9 pm, and special overnight rates are available from April 14 to 20, including breakfast at FRESH International Buffet.
Spring-themed experiences at Okada Manila
Okada Manila is ushering in spring with Easter dining specials, themed activities, and wellness promos.
Medley Buffet offers the Hoppy and Hearty Easter Buffet, which includes seafood, roasts, desserts, and a family egg hunt; La Piazza introduces Primavera Perfection, a spring menu of ocean trout, green pea ravioli, and Romana-style pizza; and at the Lobby Lounge, guests can enjoy a spring-inspired high tea with floral pastries. The Pastry Shop also features a Sweet Easter Surprise selection of cakes and chocolates. – Rappler.com